Best ASRM Podcasts (2025)

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SART Fertility Experts - Technology in ART & IVF 23:34

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This episode of the SART Fertility Experts podcast provides an in-depth discussion of the technologies used in in vitro fertilization (IVF) and advancements that enhance success rates and accessibility. Dr. Brooke Rossi and Dr. Lowell Ku cover topics such as the critical role of embryology labs, the specialized training of embryologists, the use of…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: May 2025 46:24

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: efficacy of hCG in restoring spermatogenesis in men using non-prescribed androgens (1:31), assessing prediction models for the risk of OHSS in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (13:51), utilization of a…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Live from the PCRS 2025 Annual Meeting 50:47

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Fertility & Sterility on Air is at the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society 2025 Annual Meeting in Indian Wells, CA! In this episode, our hosts Kate Devine and Micah Hill talk with: PCRS leadership Alexander Quaas and Jason Franasiak discussing this and future conferences (0:41), Shannon Rainsford about Protamine 2 deficiency (9:54), Andria Besser ab…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Season Three Reflection 3:23

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This week host Jeffrey Hayes reflects on what was learned this season. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing [email protected] Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate M…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Editors in Chief Bonus Episode 54:05

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Join current F&S editors Drs. Micah Hill, Kurt Barnhart, and Allison Eubanks in an engaging discussion with past Editors-in-Chief, Drs. Alan DeCherney, Craig Niederberger, and Antonio Pellicer! View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/By Micah Hill, Kurt Barnhart, Alan DeCherney, Craig Niederberger, Antonio Pellicer, Selena Park, Allison Eubanks, Adriana Wong

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Bonus Episode: Inclusive Family History Project 26:05

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Did you know some of your patients may have been conceived with donor gametes and that you may have an inaccurate family history from them putting them at risk for inappropriate medical care? This episode covers what every provider needs to know about donor conception, so you can provide safe and effective health care. The Inclusive Family History …

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SART Fertility Experts - Azoospermia 23:43

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Struggling with male infertility or curious about azoospermia? Join Dr. Josh Halpern and Dr. Joseph Findley as they break down the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for this often-silent condition. Whether you're a patient, partner, or provider, this episode of SART Fertility Experts offers expert insight, hopeful solutions, and practical ad…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: June 2025 1:09:35

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 02:17 Effects of preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy on embryo transfer outcomes in women of advanced reproductive age with no more than three retrieved oocytes 15:30 Using National IVF Registries to Validate Clinical Outcomes Following IVF Covere…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Nine 35:30

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This week we are going back to the movies! In this episode, we discuss with film professor Dr. Joseph Watson the film Never Let Me Go. Our discussion goes into the problems of genetic testing and cloning while also discussing the merits of the film as a prime example of topical science fiction. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your t…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Seminal Article: Julia DiTosto and Sunni Mumford 20:43

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Join us for a special episode of F&S On Air: an interview discussing the seminal article, "Target trial emulation of preconception serum vitamin D status on fertility outcomes: a couples-based approach." Host Micah Hill interviews authors Julia DiTosto and Sunni Mumford. Read the article: https://www.fertstert.org/article/S0015-0282(24)01963-0/full…

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ASRM Today: Genetics Episode Eight 14:48

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In recent years, advances in genetic technologies have revolutionized reproductive medicine, offering unprecedented possibilities for screening, diagnosis and treatment. However, with these innovations come complex ethical dilemmas. To explore these issues in depth we interviewed Dr. Sigal Klipstein, MD, chair of the ASRM Ethics Committee. More on …

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Seven 7:41

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We're diving deeper into our season long exploration of genetics in reproductive medicine, and this one's a must-listen. Joining us is the brilliant Dr. Elizabeth Ginsburg - President of ASRM, Professor at Harvard Medical School, and Program Director at Brigham & Women's Hospital - to unpack the science and the controversy around PGT-A (Preimplanta…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Six 6:13

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Genetics and Aging: Let's unravel the science behind aging and explore whether genetics holds the key to a longer healthier future. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing [email protected] Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today …

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SART Fertility Experts - Why did my doctor refer me for a mental health consultation? 23:00

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Patients undergoing infertility treatment are often surprised when their treatment team refers them for mental health consultation or worry that the referral means that they are being asked to prove their fitness to parent. In this episode of SART Fertility Experts, Dr. Danielle Kaplan and Dr. Julie Bindeman discuss the role that mental health prof…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: May 2025 55:34

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 4:08 Classification system of human ovarian follicle morphology: recommendations of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development - sponsored ovarian nomenclature workshop 12:32 Impact of Prednisone on Vasectomy Reversal Outcomes (iPRED Study)…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Five 7:18

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Personalized Medicine and Genetic Testing: Imagine a world where your doctor doesn't just prescribe a one-size-fits-all treatment, but instead tailors your medication and therapy based on your own unique genetic make-up. That future is already becoming a reality. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Best of ASRM and ESHRE 2025 1:13:47

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Fertility & Sterility on Air brings you a panel discussion from Best of ASRM and ESHRE 2025. Join our host, Dr. Eve Feinberg and the following panelists: Aleks Rajkovic - 01:04 Henriette Nielsen - 10:09 Thomas Ebner/Sangita Jindal - 20:20 Angela Lawson - 29:24 Antonio Capalbo/Catherine Racowsky - 46:24 Herman Tournaye - 01:02:00…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Live from AAGL 2024: Joint AAGL/ASRM Podcast 46:08

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Fertility & Sterility on Air brings you a panel discussion from AAGL 2024 in New Orleans, LA! We bring you a joint episode with ASRM and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists. Join Pietro Bortoletto, Rebecca Flyckt, Zaraq Khan, and Charles Miller discussing management of endometriosis and adenomyosis from the eyes of the reproducti…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Four 7:30

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Genetics in Agriculture: How do scientists use genetic modification to improve crops? What role does selective breeding play? And what does the future hold for genetically engineered foods? How does it all affect reproductive medicine? More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing [email protected] Please s…

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Fertility & Sterility On Air - Unplugged Micro-Episode: F&S Reports Special Issue with Dr. Pierre Comizzoli and Dr. Richard Paulson 18:10

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In this micro-episode, we bring you an interview with Richard Paulson and Pierre Comizzoli, editors of the F&S Reports Special Issue, “Bridging Studies in Wild Animal Species and Humans to Better Understand, Assist, and Control Reproduction." Join us to discuss the connection between wild animal research and reproductive medicine. This interview pr…

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Three 8:21

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Genetic diseases: What happens when our genetic code - our biological blueprint - contains an error? How do these errors lead to disease? And how are scientists working to correct them? We'll answer these questions and explore the exciting advances in gene therapy that could transform the future of medicine. Guest: Aishwarya Arjunan, MS, MPH, CGC M…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: March 2025 39:57

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: how attacks on abortion access can threaten IVF (1:58), the prevalence of adenoymosis in young people (12:58), and the impact of short-term Western-style diet and hyperandrogenism on ovarian function (26:02). Consider …

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Two 6:58

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What makes us who we are? Is it our genes, our environment, or a complex interplay of both? In this episode we'll explore how genetics influences behavior and personality, how environmental factors come in to play, and what modern science says about the balance between the two. Guest: Aishwarya Arjunan, MS, MPH, CGC More on these topics is at www.a…

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SART Fertility Experts - Surgery Before IVF Egg Retrieval and/or Embryo Transfer 25:23

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Host Dr. Cristin Slater interviews Dr. Joseph Findley about pelvic conditions that can affect pregnancy rates with IVF. He discusses the indications and pros and cons to do surgery before IVF egg retrieval and/or before embryo transfer with certain medical conditions. Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your podcasts. …

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: April 2025 1:08:31

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 01:47 Puberty progression in girls with Turner syndrome after ovarian tissue cryopreservation 14:55 Optimal Restoration of Spermatogenesis following Testosterone Therapy using hCG and FSH 27:58 Human embryos with segmental aneuploidies display delayed early …

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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode One 8:36

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Join us as this season we dive into the topic of Genetics. In this first episode, we'll explore how a 19th-century monk, working quietly in his garden, set the stage for a scientific revolution. Our guest this episode is Janine Gessner Mash, Director at Arbor Genetic Counseling. More on these topics is at www.asrm.org Tell us your thoughts on the s…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: March 2025 1:06:16

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 01:46 It is time to rethink coordination of fresh oocyte retrievals with microscopic testicular sperm extraction 02:55 Rescue intracytoplasmic sperm injection improved cumulative live birth rate for cycles with second polar body extrusion rate…

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SART Fertility Experts - Egg Retrieval: What is it REALLY like? 20:42

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In this episode of the SART Fertility Experts Podcast, Dr. Susan Nasab and Dr. Dan Williams discuss the egg retrieval process, a key step in IVF and egg freezing. They explain candidate criteria, procedural details, anesthesia, recovery expectations, and potential complications. The conversation highlights the importance of setting realistic expect…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: Feb 2025 1:05:55

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 01:03 (Not) My body, my choice? - Should physicians be facilitating gestational carrier arrangements in the absence of medical indication? 05:22 Morphological changes of endometriomas during pregnancy and after delivery detected using ultrasound 12:17 Hormon…

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SART Fertility Experts - Advocacy and Public Policy 14:34

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This episode of SART Fertility Experts delves into the impact of the Dobbs decision on reproductive health, particularly IVF, and the broader legislative threats to assisted reproductive technologies (ART). Dr. Timothy Hickman, speaking with Sean Tipton, the ASRM Chief Advocacy and Policy Officer and Policy Officer, and Jessie Losch, ASRM Director …

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: Jan 2025 1:10:44

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility and Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 02:59 Preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy is associated with reduced live birth rates in fresh but not frozen donor oocyte in vitro fertilization cycles: an analysis of 18,562 donor cycles reported to Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: Dec 2024 1:09:14

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility and Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 01:48 Trustworthiness criteria for meta-analyses of randomized controlled studies: OBGYN journal guidelines 06:24 Playing the long game for reproductive rights 08:04 Limiting the number of fresh donor oocytes inseminated with sperm as a strategy to minimiz…

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SART Fertility Experts - PGT-A and Mosaicism 15:30

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Join the SART Fertility Experts as they discuss Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGT-A) for chromosome abnormalities, mosaicism, and IVF considerations, addressing patient age, testing accuracy, outcomes, and future use. Hosted by Dr. Timothy Hickman with special guest and Genetic Counselor, Amber Kaplun. Find the #StartwithSART Fert…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: November 2024 1:11:01

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility and Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 04:20 LGBTQ+ family building: progress but lots more to do/Therapeutic donor insemination for LGBTQ+ families: a systematic review 09:52 Confirmation and pathogenicity of small copy number variations incidentally detected via a targeted next-generation seq…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: December 2024 53:01

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: a review of segmental aneuploidies and mosaicism (2:00), early removal of zona pellucida to improve embryo fragmentation (18:12), inflammatory markers in female infertility (31:53), and debating the role of adult conte…

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REBROADCAST: SART Fertility Experts - Wellness and Fertility: Diet, Sleep and Exercise 18:48

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Drs. Timothy Hickman and Rashmi Kudesia discuss the links between lifestyle and fertility. This conversation covers diet, physical activity, stress and sleep management, and common-sense approaches to incorporating wellness and lifestyle medicine into a clinical approach to infertility treatment. View Transcript Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Ex…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: October 2024 56:50

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 03:06 Embryos derived from single pronucleus are suitable for preimplantation genetic testing 09:59 Clinical factors impacting microdissection testicular sperm extraction success in hypogonadal men with nonobstructive azoospermia 24:46 Educational gradients …

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ASRM Today: Bonus Episode: Reflections at ASRM 2024 8:19

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ASRM Today explores the highlights of the ASRM 2024 meeting in Denver, focusing on attendees' experiences and key sessions. Host Jeffrey Hayes interviews leaders in reproductive medicine, including Mindy Christianson, Amy Sparks, and William Catherino, who share insights on professional development, advancing patient care, and fostering connections…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Live from ASRM 2024: Part 2 1:08:42

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Fertility and Sterility On Air brings you the best of ASRM 2024! In Part 2, our hosts bring you: home semen testing with Dan Greenberg (0:40), state insurance mandates for fertility coverage with Adeola Adeyeye (7:13), resource utilization difference between programmed and natural transfers with Ben Peipert (12:23), patient perspectives on embryo d…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Live from ASRM 2024: Part 1 1:07:22

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Fertility and Sterility On Air brings you the best of ASRM 2024! In Part 1, our hosts bring you: in vitro maturation with Christian Kramme (1:40), uterine transplant data updates with Leigh Ann Humphries (9:21), novel characterization of ploidy abnormalities with Ludovica Picchetta (21:50), maternal age and euploid transfer success with Philip Roma…

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ASRM Today: Industry Sponsored Episode: Importance of Equity in Fertility Care & FertilityEquity™ Module Launch 13:19

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In this episode of ASRM Today, host Jeffrey Hayes discusses inequities in fertility care, particularly for Black women, with guests Lasha Clarke, Gloria Richard-Davis, and Michael Thomas. They explore barriers faced by Black women, including provider bias and delayed referrals, and introduce a new e-learning module aimed at supporting equitable fer…

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SART Fertility Experts - Military Families and Fertility 21:12

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Active-duty individuals in the military sometimes face unique circumstances when seeking fertility care. Learn more about the ins and outs with a former military fertility physician. Hosted by Dr. Timothy Hickman with special guest retired Colonel Dr. Micah Hill. View Transcript Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get your…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - TOC: September 2024 59:55

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Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 02:17 In vitro fertilization practice in patients with absolute uterine factor undergoing uterus transplant in the United States 21:22 Classification and treatment of vaginal strictures at the donor-recipient anastomosis after uterus transplant 31:18 Impact …

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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Nine: Reflections 4:52

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In this ASRM Today podcast episode, host Jeffrey Hayes reflects on the theme of Season 2, "equity, access, and innovation," in reproductive medicine. The season explores these ideas through personal, political, and cultural lenses, including an analysis of pop culture’s influence and discussions from the ASRM 2024 Congress. Hayes emphasizes the val…

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Fertility and Sterility On Air - Unplugged: October 2024 57:16

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In this month's Fertility & Sterility: Unplugged, we take a look at articles from F&S's sister journals! Topics this month include: mechanical contractions and fibroid progression (2:22), endometriosis classification and risk of infertility (15:15), the roles of endometrial and mesothelial cells in endometriosis formation (29:36), and fertility cov…

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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Eight: ASRM 2024 Preview Part Two 9:27

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In this episode of ASRM Today, Jeffrey Hayes previews three key sessions from ASRM 2024 in Denver. Julia Woodward discusses the importance of integrating mental health professionals into fertility care. Ryan Flannigan explores advances in male infertility research, focusing on epigenetics and the gut microbiome. Maria Rodriguez highlights policy so…

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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Seven: ASRM 2024 Preview Part One 9:57

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This episode of the ASRM Today podcast offers a preview of the ASRM 2024 Congress in Denver, Colorado. Jeffrey Hayes introduces guests Jamie Feingold and Jessica Medvedich, who discuss postgraduate courses available during the congress. Feingold highlights a course for new nurses in reproductive endocrinology, emphasizing the need for comprehensive…

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SART Fertility Experts - Q&A on Infertility 31:19

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Infertility can create many questions for a patient. Listen to common questions and answers about infertility, egg freezing, and genetic testing. Definitions and terms are discussed on basic infertility. Hosted by Dr. Susan Nassab with special guest Dr. Valerie Baker. View Transcript Find the #StartwithSART Fertility Experts series wherever you get…

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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Six: Patient Education 6:34

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The ASRM 2024 Scientific Congress and Expo will take place in Denver, Colorado, from October 19 to 23rd. It will offer a global program that covers all aspects of reproductive health, beyond infertility. In this podcast episode, ASRM members discuss the importance of patient education, focusing on creating inclusive, plain-language materials that h…

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ASRM Today: Equity, Access, and Innovation, Episode Five: Policy Matters 14:49

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In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the dynamic landscape of ballot measures related to reproductive rights, including abortion, IVF, and contraception, across several U.S. states. Jesse and Anna highlight how these measures are citizen-led initiatives that require substantial effort to gather signatures and secure approval. They cover recen…